Sandy River Delta Park

Oregon · West

Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Sandy River Delta Park is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Green-winged Teal among many others. The diverse terrain supports both resident specialties and Pacific Flyway migrants throughout the year.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Brandt's Cormorant

Urile penicillatus

3/5/2026Columbia Point Hayden Island1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

3/5/2026stakeout Orchard Oriole, Portland (2026)1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

3/3/20269009 N Oswego Ave, Portland US-OR 45.59231, -122.748165 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/3/2026stakeout Summer Tanager (2025), SE Salmon St., Portland1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

3/2/2026Portland Community College, Portland US-OR 45.50619, -122.581061 observed

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

3/2/2026Pete's Hut2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

43/5/2026

Mallard

43/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

33/5/2026

Common Merganser

283/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Northern Flicker

33/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

83/5/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

33/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

Bewick's Wren

33/5/2026

American Robin

183/5/2026

Song Sparrow

113/5/2026

Spotted Towhee

53/5/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/2/2026

Common Goldeneye

13/2/2026

Mourning Dove

23/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sandy River Delta Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sandy River Delta Park for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sandy River Delta Park?
Notable species at Sandy River Delta Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Common Merganser, Belted Kingfisher. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sandy River Delta Park?
Birding at Sandy River Delta Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sandy River Delta Park?
Sandy River Delta Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.